The WPW10093672 is a genuine OEM Flexcare agitator assembly for Whirlpool and affiliated brand top-load washing machines. This agitator is the central rotating component inside the washer tub that moves clothes back and forth during the wash cycle to clean the load effectively. The Flexcare agitator is a dual-action design featuring both an upper and lower section that work together to provide optimal cleaning performance while being gentle on fabrics. The agitator is constructed from durable, impact-resistant plastic (typically high-density polyethylene or polypropylene) designed to withstand the mechanical stresses of repeated washing cycles and resist chemical degradation from detergents and bleach. The complete assembly measures approximately 18-22 inches in height and 4-6 inches in diameter at the base, weighing approximately 2-4 pounds. The agitator consists of multiple components including the lower agitator base (which connects to the agitator drive shaft), the upper agitator section (which rotates independently for dual-action cleaning), internal agitator dogs or cams (ratcheting mechanisms that allow the upper section to rotate in one direction while preventing reverse rotation), agitator cap (decorative and functional cover at the top), and mounting hardware (typically a bolt or cap that secures the agitator to the drive shaft). The WPW10093672 replaces older part numbers including W10093672, 1202813, AP6014975, AH1490515, EA1490515, PS1490515, and others with improved durability and cleaning performance. The Flexcare design features flexible fins or paddles on the upper agitator section that move clothes gently through the water while the lower section provides powerful agitation for heavily soiled items. During the wash cycle, the agitator drive shaft rotates back and forth (oscillates) approximately 180-200 degrees in each direction. The lower agitator base is directly connected to the drive shaft and rotates with it. The upper agitator section contains internal ratcheting dogs or cams that allow it to rotate freely in one direction while locking in the opposite direction, creating a dual-action cleaning motion. This dual-action design provides superior cleaning performance by moving clothes through multiple planes of motion. Over time, washer agitators can fail due to cracked or broken plastic components (from impact with heavy items like shoes or tools), worn or broken agitator dogs (preventing proper upper agitator rotation), stripped splines or mounting points (preventing secure attachment to the drive shaft), chemical degradation of plastic (from harsh detergents or bleach), impact damage from overloading, or manufacturing defects. When the agitator fails, symptoms include the agitator not rotating during the wash cycle, the upper agitator section spinning freely without engaging, the agitator making grinding, clicking, or rattling sounds during operation, the agitator wobbling or loose on the drive shaft, visible cracks or breaks in the agitator body, clothes not getting clean (poor agitation), clothes tangling around the agitator, or the agitator coming off the drive shaft during operation. The WPW10093672 is a complete replacement agitator assembly that restores full washing machine operation and optimal cleaning performance. Replacing a faulty agitator eliminates all agitator-related problems and restores reliable, effective clothes cleaning. Important: Always unplug the washing machine before working on it. This is a straightforward repair that most homeowners can complete with basic tools and careful attention to detail. Verify your washer model number before ordering. Inspect the agitator drive shaft and drive block before installing the new agitator to ensure they are not damaged.